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HUNTINGTON CITY CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENT

The Huntington City Council will appoint a registered voter in Huntington City who meets all qualifications required by Utah State Code and Huntington City Code to fill the unexpired term of a position vacated on the City Council. The appointment will expire on December 31, 2027.

via etvnews.comStatewideHuntingtonAugust 26, 2026

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Huntington City is accepting proposals from a General Contractor for the installation and construction of sidewalks. This project is located within Huntington City, in Huntington, Utah. A bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the proposed amount will be required.

via etvnews.comStatewideAugust 26, 2026

Post-2026 Operational Guidelines and Strategies for Lake Powell and Lake Mead Environmental Impact Statement Operating Guidelines

United States Department of the Interior OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY Washington, DC 20240 Operating Guidelines Colorado River Guidelines for Coordinated Operations of Lake Powell and Lake Mead Operating Years 2027 and 2028 August 2026…

StatewideLake PowellAugust 26, 2026

NASA Selects Southern Utah University to Lead Statewide Aerospace Workforce Hub

Southern Utah University has been selected by NASA to lead the Utah NASA Aerospace Skilled Technical Workforce Hub, a multi-year initiative aimed at building a statewide pipeline for technical aerospace careers. The project, funded through NASA's Next Gen STEM Project, will connect high schools, colleges, and industry partners to prepare students for high-demand roles such as machinists and welders.

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

M5.7 Earthquake Felt near Salt Lake City, UT

Updated Forecast Shows 1% Chance of Aftershock Above 5.7

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

Wildfire Deaths Spark Policy Debates Among Strained Firefighting Workforce

A report published August 7 details how recent wildfire fatalities have strained the wildland firefighting workforce. The deaths of crew members during an intense wildfire season have prompted discussions regarding safety policies and priorities.

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

Board Meeting August 2026 - Bridgerland Technical College

Board Meeting Tour Information Meet an Advisor Adult Programs Financial Aid B T E C H August 24, 2026 BRIDGERLAND TECHNICAL COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES / INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE AUGUST 24, 2026, 4 P.M. 1301 NORTH 600 WEST, LOGAN, UT AGENDA Item 1: Pledge of Allegiance & Welcome   Item 2: Welcome New Board Member…

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

U.S. Congressman Blake Moore

The Official U.S. Congressional website of Blake Moore of Utah's 1st District

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

Utfif Widemouth 2 Fire Incident Photographs | InciWeb

Incident Photographs for Utfif Widemouth 2 Fire for the Inciweb site.

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

Utah Faces High Heat Risk as Temperatures Hit Triple Digits

Utah faces significant heat risks as temperatures climb across the state, with St. George and Moab seeing triple-digit heat. The National Weather Service has implemented a HeatRisk scale to help residents understand the potential for health and infrastructure impacts.

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

ACLU Claims Flock Safety Updates Fail to Address Privacy Threats

The ACLU maintains that Flock Safety's recent operational updates fail to address core civil liberties threats posed by its nationwide surveillance network. Meanwhile, Utah law continues to strictly regulate how law enforcement may utilize automatic license plate reader systems.

StatewideSalt Lake CityAugust 26, 2026

ACLU of Utah Identifies 37 Books Facing Bans in Schools

The ACLU of Utah has released a list of 37 books facing bans or challenges in Utah schools. The organization is also involved in a federal lawsuit challenging statewide book ban provisions.

StatewideAugust 26, 2026

While Salt Lake immigrant detention center plans are dead, talk of finding a site may not be over

Gov. Gov. Even officials from the administration of President Joe Biden, a Democrat, "knew we needed a facility here, but it needed to be the right sizing and the right place," Cox said at his regular monthly press conference with reporters.

via KSLStatewideAugust 26, 2026

Utah tourism generated a record $13.7 billion in visitor spending and supported 167,200 jobs in 2025 - Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute

Utah’s travel and tourism industry showed its staying power in 2025, with visitors spending a record $13.7 billion.

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

Bank of Utah Championship to Award Exemption to Utah State Amateur Champion

Bank of Utah and the Utah Golf Association have entered a strategic statewide partnership. As part of this agreement, the Bank of Utah Championship will award a sponsor exemption to the winner of the Utah State Amateur Championship.

StatewideOgdenAugust 25, 2026

RSL eliminated from Leagues Cup with 3-0 loss

COMMERCE CITY, Col. (ABC4 Sports) - Real Salt Lake's run in the Leagues Cup has come to an end. Club Lèon dominated RSL in the quarterfinals, as Diber Cambindo scored two goals in a 3-0 victory in front of a sparse crowd at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Colorado.

via ABC 4StatewideAugust 25, 2026

What counts as a large data center? Utah wants to make it clear in state law.

This website utilizes technologies such as cookies to enable essential site functionality, as well as for analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising. To learn more, view the following link: Privacy Policy Manage Preferences What counts as a large data center?

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideAugust 25, 2026

Homegrown group pitches plan to save Colorado River and Lake Powell- Could it work?

PAGE, Arizona (ABC4) — Flying above the Colorado River and Lake Powell, Chuck Schroll grips the yoke of his small plane. The single engine Cessna growls in the hot summer air as sunlight glints and glitters off the green water below. What’s left of it, that is.

via ABC 4StatewideLake PowellAugust 25, 2026

‘Mormon Land’: The LDS Church’s retention rate hasn’t ‘bottomed out’ yet, says researcher

This website utilizes technologies such as cookies to enable essential site functionality, as well as for analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising. By David Noyce and Peggy Fletcher Stack | Aug. The latest round began with a report by BYU Studies, which found a number of positive signs of high religiosity among members.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideAugust 25, 2026

CCM 07212026

Page | 1 ESCALANTE CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 21, 2026 REGULAR MEETING/ELECTRONIC MEETING – 6:00 P.M.

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

Chasing Fire Clouds in Utah - NASA Science

NASA aircraft are sampling smoke lofted high into the atmosphere by one of the most formidable cloud types in the sky—towering, smoke-infused pyrocumulonimbus.

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

Man on bicycle killed in crash with car at Salt Lake intersection

on Tuesday, Lt. _____TrendingNEWS IN PHOTOS:"Local"7NEWFriends remember teen killed in Little Cottonwood Canyon fall as 'passionate', 'inspiring'4NEWGrantsville business owner killed after being hit by car near Great Saltair4Gov.

via KJZZStatewideAugust 25, 2026

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS

# # # ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS NEWS RELEASE 450 South State P.O. Box 140241 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-0241 801-578-3800 Matthew B. Durrant Chief Justice, Utah Supreme Court Ronald B. Gordon, Jr.

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

CITY OF SOUTH SALT LAKE

1 CITY OF SOUTH SALT LAKE TRUTH IN TAXATION PUBLIC HEARING COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday August 11, 2026 7:00 p.m.

StatewideSouth Salt LakeAugust 25, 2026

Zebra Mussel DNA Detected in Utah Portion of Colorado River

State wildlife managers have detected zebra mussel DNA in the Colorado River near Moab for the first time. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is urging boaters to clean, drain, and dry watercraft to prevent the spread of the invasive species.

StatewideSalt Lake CityAugust 25, 2026

Nevada Files Lawsuit Against Department of the Interior over Colorado River Operations Record of Decision

Nevada Files Lawsuit Against Department of the Interior over Colorado River Operations Record of Decision August 24, 2026 By Drew Galang | Communications Director | press@gov.nv.

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

CDC adds 211 new cases to accelerating US measles outbreak

CDC adds 211 new cases to accelerating US measles outbreak Jim Wappes August 21, 2026 Samara Heisz / iStock The rapidly rising US measles outbreak grew to 2,777 cases today as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed…

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

Carbon Mountain Bike Team opens 10th season with strong showing at Snowbasin – Photo Gallery

WEBER COUNTY — The Carbon Mountain Bike Team opened its 10th season of competition Saturday, Aug. 22, with an impressive showing at the brand-new Canyon Rim course at Snowbasin. After a summer of hard work and preparation, Carbon riders arrived ready to test themselves on one of the newest and most challenging courses on the race circuit.

via etvnews.comStatewideAugust 25, 2026

Caddisfly silk gene evolves quickly without losing adhesive power - @theU

Bioengineer Russell Stewart is looking to aquatic bugs to create next-generation of biomedical adhesives.

StatewideAugust 25, 2026

SSD2 July 2026 Minutes

Sanpete County Special Service District #2 (Fire District) July 13, 2026 7:30 PM Present: Nick Lyon, Sterling; Jeff Hermansen, Ephraim; Austin Blackham, Fountain Green; Elliot Anderson, Manti; Shad Hardy, Spring City; Rex Christensen,…

StatewideAugust 25, 2026
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